Nigeria: Police Summon El-Rufai, ADC Chieftains Over Kaduna Post-Bye-Elections Violence

The police directed Mr El-Rufai and the others to report to the State CID headquarters on 8 September. Read more »

Nigeria: BBNaija's Mbadiwe Twins Announce Safe Return of Missing Brother

Odera was declared missing since Monday. Read more »

Nigeria: In First Visit to Akwa Ibom Since His Successor's Defection to APC, Ex-Gov Emmanuel Speaks of 'Direction' for 2027 Elections

Mr Emmanuel was received at the airport by several politicians and Akwa Ibom government officials, including the Deputy Speaker of the Akwa Ibom House of Assembly, Kufreabasi… Read more »

Nigeria: Another Boat Mishap Claims 29 Lives in Niger

The Official says the boat departed from Tungan Sule in Shagunu ward with 90 people on board and was en route to Dugga for a condolence visit. Read more »

Nigeria: Katsina Governor Thanks Tinubu for Promising Immediate Action On the State's Insecurity

Governor Radda said the President responded positively to all their concerns and gave firm assurances of immediate action Read more »

Nigeria: INEC, NIMC Strengthen Collaboration On Citizens' Registration, Data Management

The move between the two sister agencies holding the largest biometric databases of Nigerians could in future enable citizens to vote from any location in the country. Read more »

Nigeria: 'Collecting Transport From a Man Without Visiting Him Is Punishable Offence' - Rivers Police

"Why would you collect a transport fare from a man without going to see him?" Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Legislature to Host Regional Public Accounts Committees Conference

The conference discussion will centre on equipping Public Accounts and Finance Committees with the capacity for effective oversight of public debt and borrowing. Read more »

Nigeria: EFCC Declares Ex-Abia Commissioner, Another Wanted Over Alleged Fraud

EFCC declares ex-Abia commissioner, another wanted over alleged fraud Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Lawmaker Cautions Against Labelling Boko Haram As Anti-Christian Sect

The lawmaker warned that profiling Boko Haram as a religious sect could undermine counterterrorism efforts and dampen the morale of Nigerian troops. Read more »

Nigeria: Ex-AGF Malami Speaks After Attack On His Convoy

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that Mr Malami's convoy was attacked on Monday while returning from a condolence visit in Birnin Kebbi. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigerian Govt Arraigns Nine Terrorism Suspects Over Benue Attacks, One Pleads Guilty

The Nigerian government filed six separate cases, charging the nine defendants in pairs and singly with acts of terrorism, including attacks and killings in Benue State, and other… Read more »

Nigeria: Wike Inaugurates Construction of New Magistrates' Court Complex

Mr Wike described the current challenges faced by judicial officers, including inadequate office spaces and poor living conditions, as embarrassing. Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Secures 775 Terrorism Convictions in Eight Phases of Trials - Nctc

The NCTC said the trials demonstrated Nigeria's resolve to pursue justice through lawful processes, while also providing avenues for rehabilitation and reintegration of repentant… Read more »

Nigeria: Security Challenges - Katsina Governor, Elders Meet Tinubu, Secure Troop Reinforcement Pledge

The President also revealed plans for establishing state police as part of a holistic approach to security challenges. Read more »

Nigeria: Amcon-Backed Unity Bank Summons Shareholders Meeting for Merger With Providus

The transaction reached the decisive phase after the Federal High Court in Lagos asked the small-tier lender in July to present the scheme of merger to shareholders. Read more »

Nigeria: Bauchi Sodomists Face Prosecution As Victims Carry the Scars

Legal complexities and social stigma in Bauchi State hinder justice for male victims of sexual abuse, while the psychological harm they endure remains largely unaddressed. Read more »

Nigeria: Eid-UL-Mawlid - Govt Declares Friday Public Holiday

The minister further called on Nigerians, irrespective of their religious affiliations, to use the occasion to pray for peace, security, and stability of the country. Read more »

Nigeria: Cybercrime - Nigerian Court Sentences Five Foreigners to Three Years in Prison, Orders Deportation

One count alleged that they entered Nigeria with a business permit of 30 days and "remained in the country on the expiration of that permit". Read more »

Nigeria: Mohbad - Court Orders DNA Test On Liam, Adjourns Proceedings

The order followed an application filed by Mohbad's father seeking a definitive paternity test. Read more »

Nigeria: Police Investigate Hoodlums' Attack On Malami in Kebbi

The Commissioner of Police in Kebbi State said no suspect has been arrested. Read more »

Nigeria: Lagos Police Arrest, Arraign 60-Year-Old Man for Rape

The police said the case was first reported by the victim's sister at the Meiran Police Station on 22 August. Read more »

Nigeria: Six Dead, Nine Injured in Lagos Road Crash

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) said a Volvo FL6 truck loaded with wooden planks rammed into a white commercial bus. Read more »

Nigeria: Two Nigerian Skit Makers Die in Separate Incidents Weeks Apart

The deaths have stirred grief and concern within Nigeria's creative community. Read more »

Nigeria: AGF Hails Simon Ekpa's Conviction in Finland

"Appropriate further actions would be taken upon receipt and understudying a copy of the judgement of the court," Mr Fagbemi added. Read more »